• Permanent position
• Full time hours
• Derrimut, VIC location

About us

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region. Australian Red Cross has a network of over 180 Red Cross Shops through which we are able raise funds to continue to provide assistance to those who need it most.  

Red Cross Shops sell new and donated clothes, accessories, and homewares to raise funds to help people in need. Each year, we rescue 450 tonnes of clothing from landfill, give opportunities to 5000 volunteers, and generate funds to help Red Cross support vulnerable people in Australia and around the world. The proceeds from the sale of items support the vital everyday work of Red Cross, providing relief in times of crisis and care where it's needed most.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Merchandise Sorter to join us in our Distribution Centre and work as part of a great team quality grading, categorising, and packing a large volume of donated and new clothing and accessories. If you have a love of fashion and everything retail then this could the perfect role for you!

The role reports to the Merchandise Sorting Team Leader to ensure a consistent supply of quality merchandise that meets stores requirements.

What you will bring

• Appreciation of quality control standards and processes
• Experience in a warehouse environment essential
• Previous fashion retail experience is an advantage
• Picking and packing experience is an advantage
• Knowledge of Australian fashion industry and brands
• Experience working both independently and within a team; experience working with volunteers would be an advantage
• Detail-oriented, organised and efficient
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels and communicate effectively

Our Covid-19 safe practices

It’s vital you review our Red Cross COVID-19 and pre-employment requirements here prior to applying.

Why work with us

Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work contributes to improving outcomes for vulnerable people.

You can access flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.

Further information

For further inquiries, please view the position description below or contact Holly Neubauer on 0422 578 137.

Position description:  PD - Merchandise Sorter.pdf

Please apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may close advertising earlier.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to protecting the rights of all people, particularly those who may be experiencing vulnerability. We want the people we work with to feel safe, be safe, and free from abuse of any kind. We are a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. We value, respect and listen to children and are committed to supporting child safety and wellbeing in our work.

Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more.

Job Ref #: 520321